Long hours may be part of the job description or may be part of ADHD. Here’s what may be going on and top strategies to address specific issues.
Helping adults thrive in relationships impacted by ADHD
Melissa Orlov and Dr. Ned Hallowell blog about marriage when one or both spouses has ADHD. What is it like? What are common themes in marriages with ADHD? What strategies can be used to improve these relationships? How can struggling couples get their marriages back on track so both partners can thrive?
Long hours may be part of the job description or may be part of ADHD. Here’s what may be going on and top strategies to address specific issues.
For those of you who are having trouble getting your Adderall prescription filled, here are some ideas that may help. Because I’m a relationship expert, and because medication changes can dramatically change how you interact with those around you, my first advice has to be about your most important relationships:
You’ve just discovered that your partner is having an emotional or physical affair. This revelation has been a kick in the gut – the emotional pain is intense and confusing. You feel angry, volatile, are in intense pain, and perhaps feel panicked and fearful. Your partner’s response to these feelings seems inadequate, at best. How do you traverse this new territory?
I'm often asked what technology can help with some of the basic elements of better managing life when ADHD is a factor. Here are some high quality, easy, and often free apps and other technologies that couples report have helped their progress towards a calmer and happier life together.
The ADHD Effect on Marriage was listed in Huff Post as a top book that therapists suggest all couples should read.
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